ROAST, CUP & BLEND

Workshop

Make your brew come true with our Q Grader Elena

Discover the diverse world of green coffee varieties
Dive into the basics of roasting coffee
Participate in a live roasting
Learn how to taste coffee and recognize different flavours
Make your own coffee blend

NOTE: Spots are limited to 8 persons per workshop.
For special requests, please send an E-mail to info@onan.be .

ROAST, TASTE, EVALUATE

Learn the roasting and cupping basics with our Onan Roastmaster and Q Grader Elena! She will take you through the technicalities of the roasting process, have you roast with her, teach you how coffee is cupped and evaluated, and you get to make your own coffee blend to take home.

The art of roasting

Step into the heart of our roastery! In this segment of our workshop, you’ll unravel the mysteries of turning green coffee beans into the aromatic, flavourful roast that you love. You will learn:

How the Roaster Works: Get a comprehensive explanation of our state-of-the-art roasting equipment and how each part contributes to the process.
Science Behind Roasting: Delve into the basics of the chemistry of coffee roasting. Understand what happens inside the coffee bean as it heats and develops.
Key Factors in Roasting: Learn what to watch for during the roasting process, from temperature control to time management, and why these factors are crucial for a perfect roast.
Roasting Profiles: Discover the significance of different roasting profiles and how light, medium, and dark roasts each create unique flavor characteristics.
Hands-On Roasting: Roast your own batch alongside our expert roastmaster, Elena. Experience the transformation firsthand and witness the magic as green beans turn into aromatic roasted coffee.

The art of cupping

After mastering the roasting process, it’s time to refine your palate and become a coffee tasting expert through the practice of cupping. What You’ll Learn:

Different coffee Varieties and Origins: Cup a selection of different coffee varieties from multiple countries and processed differently. Understand their destinctive flavour profiles.
Proper Tasting Techniques: Learn the professional method of cupping, including how to assess aroma, acidity, body, and finish.
Flavour Description: Enhance your coffee vocabulary and learn how to articulate the complex flavours and aromas you encounter during cupping.
Make your own Blend: Put your new skills to the test by creating your own coffee blend. Experiment with different proportions and flavour profiles to craft a unique blend that you can take home and enjoy.

Meet Elena, YOUR TEACHER

Elena’s coffee journey began in Russia in 2009, where she started as a barista and quickly progressed to coffee roaster. Her passion for coffee brought her to Belgium, where she found her place with us. As the roastmaster, Elena ensures that every bean you buy or taste at our shop is roasted to perfection. With a Q-grader certificate and extensive training from the Coffee Quality Institute (CQI) in roasting, barista skills, and green coffee, Elena is dedicated to sharing her knowledge.

Her expertise and passion for the wide range of coffee flavours and aromas drive her to innovate and maintain high standards in our coffee assortment. She has a high commitment to quality!

Join Elena for an insightful workshop and experience her mastery firsthand !

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

LOCATION

Onan’s Roastery: Vaartstraat 84, 3000 Leuven

LANGUAGES

DUTCH / ENGLISH : We adapt our workshop language to English or Dutch based on the group, and can easily switch between both!

TIME

Please come in time, as we have a tight schedule and we really want to offer you the best experience possible!

DRESSCODE

Dress comfortably and not overly warm, as you will be roasting!

REFRESHMENTS

Of course, we provide delicious coffee, and water!

SPECIAL REQUESTS/QUESTIONS

Please contact us by sending an E-mail to info@onan.be

"As a roaster, I am captivated by the scientific nature of coffee. The ability to fine-tune specific characteristics in each roast is fascinating. Each roast is adjusted and perfected to highlight unique elements that might otherwise go unnoticed. Coffee is an incredibly complex product. My ultimate goal is to share my love for and dedication to this product with our customers, ensuring an unforgettable experience every time they visit our coffee bar or take a bag home."

Chloé Van BaelCreative CEO

"There's nothing better than a great first coffee in the morning! Beyond that, I crave a daily coffee experience that truly blows me away. Delivering that exceptional experience to our customers each time they walk into our shop is a challenge that continually inspires me. That's why I do it: to bring out the best in every cup!"

Hans OnanFounder & CFO